Development

We are committed to supporting and growing women’s snooker across the state through a range of initiatives. This includes social events and tournaments like the successful 2021 Wests Illawarra Women’s Championship & Development Seminar.

In 2024, we introduced the Empower Snooker Invitational – a handicap-format event aimed at boosting female participation and raising the profile of women’s snooker throughout NSW.

In 2025, we launched a new project to increase the number of female referees in the sport. This initiative provides funding for referee training workshops and supports the accreditation process, helping to develop a more inclusive and diverse community of female officials in snooker.

NSW State Women’s Snooker Championships

The top event for women’s snooker in NSW, usually held every September. This prestigious championship brings together players of all levels in a perfect blend of competitive action and community spirit. It’s a great opportunity for participants to challenge themselves, demonstrate their skills, and enjoy the game in a supportive, fun atmosphere where camaraderie and sportsmanship are just as important as the competition.

NSW State Women’s Billiards Championship (Daisy Eddy Cup)

A highly regarded event in the women’s billiards calendar, usually run in conjunction with the NSW State Major Billiards Championship (Timed). This championship celebrates skill and competition in the sport of billiards, bringing together top players to compete at a high level and demonstrate their expertise.

NSW Women’s Minor Snooker Championship

A perfect entry-level tournament for women, this event offers a friendly, welcoming atmosphere where players can compete at their own pace. It’s a great opportunity for newcomers to the sport, those looking to build confidence in a supportive environment, or for those looking to take their game to the next level, all while enjoying the camaraderie of the snooker community.

Empower Snooker Invitational

A groundbreaking event aimed at boosting female participation and elevating the profile of women's snooker across NSW. The tournament is played in a handicap format, which levels the playing field and makes it accessible to women of all skill levels. It’s an excellent opportunity for both the more experienced players and newcomers to come together, grow the sport, and be part of a supportive, empowering community.

WWS Australian Women’s Open Snooker Championship

Hosted in NSW at Mounties, this prestigious World Women’s Snooker ranking event attracts some of the best female snooker players from around the world. It is one of the major tournaments for women’s snooker in Australia, showcasing top international talent and elevating the profile of women’s snooker on the global stage.

Asia-Pacific Women’s Snooker Championship

New South Wales is a regular host of the prestigious Asia-Pacific Women’s Snooker Championship, with both Mounties in Mount Pritchard and The Commercial Club Albury hosting the event in recent years. The championship continues to attract top female talent from across the region and plays an important role in promoting and developing women’s snooker throughout the Asia-Pacific.

Australian National Women’s Snooker & Billiards Championships

This prestigious event moves from state to state each year, showcasing the best female players in the country. In 2025, it was hosted in NSW at Blacktown Workers, where Jessica Woods made history by claiming her ninth national snooker title, equaling the legendary Kathy Parashis for the most wins in the tournament’s history. To top it off, she also won her first National Women's Billiards title, making it a double victory! Lilly Meldrum was notably the runner-up in both events.

Junior Girls’ Snooker & Billiards in NSW

Junior girls are an important part of the snooker and billiards community in NSW.

In 2024, we were fortunate to have enough entrants to run an Under 21 Women’s event, with Huntah Lynch taking out the title after a fantastic final against her sister, Milla Lynch.

NSW is also proudly represented by junior girls in both the Australian Junior Championships and the Australian Junior Teams Challenge, where they continue to impress with their skills and dedication.

Additionally, both the Asia Pacific Women’s Snooker Championship and the WWS Australian Women’s Open Snooker Championship often feature Under 21 Women’s side-events, providing more opportunities for young female players to compete at a high level.

Through our Junior Hubs program, we continue to foster the development of young talent, offering coaching, equipment support, and a community of like-minded players. We’re always looking to welcome new girls into the sport – come and give it a try!